Gwynedd Mercy University AY2023-2024 Graduate Academic Catalog
Course withdrawal policy :
• Students must submit a Course Withdrawal form to their Academic Advisor in order to initiate the withdrawal process .
• The student will receive a “ W ” grade and charges will be placed according to the Bursar ’ s Office Refund Policy .
• The deadline to withdraw from an online course varies depending on the length of the course .
• If request is submitted after the policy deadline , withdrawal request will be denied . The student will be informed via GMERCYU email and a final grade for the course will be submitted by the instructor . All email requests must come from the student ’ s GMERCYU email .
Time to Completion : The maximum time allotted for completion of all graduate degree programs at Gwynedd Mercy University is six years .
Experiential Learning : “ Students are responsible for their own transportation to and from off campus experiential learning opportunities ”
Master of Science in Education
Program Name : Master of Science in Education Degree : Master of Science Degrees Offered : Master of Science in Education Master of Science in Education with PK-4 Teaching Certification Master of Science in Education with Secondary Teaching Certification Master of Science in Education with SEL Endorsement Certification Only : PK-4 Teaching Certification ; Secondary Teaching Certification Program Accreditation : Recognized and approved by the Pennsylvania Department of Education Program Type : Non-Term Program Modality : Online Program Director / Coordinator : Dr . Jaimie Bowen
Description : The Master of Science in Education , Master Teacher Program is designed to meet the needs of a variety of professional educators . In-service teachers seeking an advanced degree find the program professionally enriching as they teach in an increasingly complex society and world . The course of study provides educators with opportunities to develop theoretical and practical knowledge and skills that enhance the effectiveness of the teaching-learning process . Students in the Master Teacher Program also examine and critique the economic , political , cultural , social influences that impact education in the United States .
Preparation for Professional Licensure / Certification : This program was designed to meet the licensure / certification requirements of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania . Students who reside in a different state should carefully review their home state ’ s licensure / certification requirements prior to enrolling in this program . Both field experience observations and student teaching are required for certification . 150 Pre-student teaching hours are embedded within certification courses . Student teaching is 14 weeks full-time placement . Student is responsible for all required clearances in their respective state . To qualify for Pennsylvania Instructional I certification a student must complete all
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